What Aerolite does

Aerolite AG is a Swiss privately held company founded in 1995, headquartered in Ennetbürgen, Switzerland, with composite manufacturing operations in Horw and US sales operations in Fort Mill, South Carolina. The company specializes in aeromedical completion of helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, designing and producing lightweight modular medical interiors, mission equipment (stretchers, roll-in systems, medical seats, patient transport units, courier seats), and custom engineering and certification services for civilian and military air ambulance operators. Its technology is built on prepreg carbon-fiber-reinforced composites cured in autoclaves up to 13.50m in length, combined with proprietary modular interior architectures that allow quick-change between utility and medical configurations.

The business model is direct enterprise B2B sales of one-time capital equipment and custom completion projects, supplemented by recurring aftermarket services (spare parts, AOG support, technical publications). Pricing is quote-based with multi-year contracts, and customers include government and nonprofit air ambulance and EMS operators such as the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Australia, Svenskt Ambulansflyg (Sweden), Norwegian Air Ambulance, ADAC, and DRF. Aerolite holds an unusually comprehensive certification stack — EASA Part 21 Subpart J (DOA), Part 21 Subpart G (POA), Part 145 (MOA), ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and EN 9100 — that effectively pre-qualifies it as a Tier-1 aeromedical completion supplier.

Aerolite is led by Chairman and CEO Rudolf Ehrbar with CFO Georg Schöhl and a senior team across engineering, projects, quality, sales, customer service, and HR. In September 2020, the company acquired HS-Composite GmbH, vertically integrating composite technology, and simultaneously announced a self-contained ICU product, extending the addressable scope per aircraft. Beyond aeromedical, the composite division supplies radiation-transparent MRI components, motorsport parts, regatta rowing shells (in partnership with Stämpfli Racing Boats AG since 2006), and bespoke object design for universities and artists, providing modest revenue diversification.

Name

Aerolite

Legal name

Aerolite AG

Website

https://aerolite.ch

Company type

Private

Founded year

1995

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Aerolite AG, founded 1995 in Switzerland, designs and manufactures certified aeromedical interior completions, mission equipment, and lightweight composite components for helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, serving government and nonprofit air ambulance operators worldwide.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aeromedical Aircraft Completion & Mission Equipment

NAICS

Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (3364)

SIC

Aircraft & Parts (3720), Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728)

akta.pro primary industry

Aerospace Interior Materials & Components (Cabin) (IMABANAI)

akta.pro secondary industry

Interior Structural Components (Floor Beams, Seat Tracks, Frames) (IMABAEAJ)

Keywords

• Aeromedical interiors
• Helicopter completion
• Air ambulance equipment
• Composite manufacturing
• Avionics engineering services

Headquarters

HQ city

Ennetbürgen

HQ country

Switzerland

HQ region

Europe

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Supply Chain

Revenue model

1. Aeromedical Completion Equipment Sales: Sale of complete aeromedical interior solutions including engineering, manufacturing, certification and installation for helicopters (Airbus, Leonardo, Bell) and fixed-wing aircraft (Beechcraft, Bombardier, Learjet, Pilatus).
2. Mission Equipment Sales: Sale of individual mission equipment components including stretchers, roll-in systems, medical seats, courier seats, flooring, and PTU (Patient Transport Units).
3. Composite Manufacturing Services: Custom composite manufacturing for aviation, medical technology, motorsport, vehicle, and object design sectors using autoclave technology up to 13.50m length components.
4. R&D and Engineering Services: Custom engineering including design, stress analysis, static testing, documentation, and certification of medical equipment and systems. Also includes Technical Publications services.
5. Customer Support and Aftermarket Services: Comprehensive customer service and support including AOG (Aircraft on Ground) support, spare parts, and ongoing maintenance services.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels3 records

Core offering

Aerolite AG designs, engineers, certifies, manufactures, and installs lightweight aeromedical interior completion packages and mission equipment for helicopters (Airbus H135/H145/H175, Leonardo AW139/AW169, Bell 429) and fixed-wing aircraft (Pilatus PC-24, Beechcraft King Air, Learjet, Bombardier Challenger). The portfolio spans complete EMS interiors, stretchers, roll-in systems, medical seats, patient transport units, courier seats, integral flooring, and complementary carbon-fiber composite components, supported by in-house R&D, certification, and customer/AOG support services.

Product overview

Aerolite AG is a leading provider of aeromedical completion solutions and mission equipment for helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft. The company's core offerings include Aeromedical Completion (complete interior solutions for EMS helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft across Airbus, Leonardo, and Bell platforms), Mission Equipment (flooring, stretchers, roll-in systems, medical seats, patient transport units, and courier seats), and Composite Solutions (fiber-reinforced composite technology for aviation, medical, motorsport, and vehicle applications). Supporting services include Custom Engineering, Technical Publications, and R&D Services. Founded in 1995, the company employs over 100 people across Switzerland (Ennetbürgen, Horw) and the USA (Fort Mill, South Carolina), serving civilian and military customers worldwide with EASA Part 21 and Part 145 approvals, ISO 9001, ISO 13485, and EN 9100 certifications.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Aeromedical Completion Complete aeromedical interior solutions for EMS helicopters (Airbus H135/H145/H175, Leonardo A109/AW109SP/AW139/AW169, Bell 429) and fixed-wing aircraft (Pilatus PC-24, Beechcraft King Air B200, Learjet 35A, Bombardier Challenger 650), including engineering, manufacturing, certification, and installation.
• Mission Equipment Comprehensive range of helicopter and aircraft mission equipment including flooring, stretchers, roll-in systems, medical seats, patient transport units (PTU), and courier seats designed for air ambulance and rescue operations.
• AEROLITE Stretchers (Combi Stretcher, Cirrus Series, 3-Stretcher-Kit) Patient stretchers for EMS helicopters, including the AEROLITE Combi Stretcher (certified for H135, H145, and Rega), Cirrus Series (certified for H135 and H145), and the 3-Stretcher-Kit for AW139/AW189 supporting three patients with up to four oxygen bottles and three medical device retainers.
• AEROLITE Medical Seats Modular all-in-one seating for HEMS attendants, observer/instructors, combi seats, and cabin seats with energy-absorbing design, MS33601A seat track mounting, adjustable headrests, and inertia reel four-point harness (basic seat weight 10 kg).
• AEROLITE Patient Transport Unit NG (PTU) Wide-body jet patient transport unit developed with Lufthansa Technik AG for Airbus A380 and Boeing B747-8, installable in under 90 minutes, providing bed, electrical power, oxygen supply, and medical device attachment provisions.
• AEROLITE Courier Seats High-comfort reclining courier seats with optimized headrest and seat pan inclination, monolithic modular lightweight construction (~18 kg / 40 lbs), self-stowing armrests, plug-in table, leg rest, wall mounted and height adjustable in three positions, 9.0g static compliance.
• Composite Solutions Fiber-reinforced composite technology services for aviation, medical technology, motorsport, vehicle construction, and object design, including consulting, planning, concept, design, and full-scale production with autoclave capabilities up to 13.50m part length.
• Aviation Composites Lightweight composite elements for AEROLITE's own helicopter interiors and mission equipment, using prepreg technology and autoclave curing for aerospace-grade quality.
• Medical Technology Composites Carbon fiber-reinforced, radiation-transparent patient gurneys for MRI and MRT systems, plus composite components for physiotherapy equipment with high performance and longevity.
• Vehicle & Boat Composites Composite solutions for bicycles, experimental competition vehicles, and boats including exclusive carbon regatta rowing shells (8.20m length, cured in one piece) for Stämpfli Racing Boats AG since 2006.
• Object Design Composites Custom composite solutions for universities, technical colleges, artists, and other professionals seeking lightweight construction for objects and components.
• R&D Services Research and development services including custom engineering (design, stress analysis, static testing, documentation, certification) and technical publications (flight manual supplements, operations manuals, weight and balance manuals, wiring diagrams, equipment manuals, training materials).
• Ground Reinforcement Mat Swiss-made ground reinforcement mat for helicopter landing zones and operational surfaces.
• COVID-19 Separation Wall (Airbus H135 Series) EASA-certified COVID-19 separation wall for Airbus H135 Series helicopters to provide crew protection during medical transport missions.

Quantifiable outcome

• PTU can be installed in less than 90 minutes in wide-body jets
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers5 records

Segments5 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature8 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• HS-Composite GmbHcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 2 September 2020AEROLITE acquired Composite Technology through the purchase of HS-Composite GmbH in September 2020, expanding their composite manufacturing capabilities.
• Stämpfli Racing Boats AGminorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2006Since 2006, exclusive regatta rowing boats from carbon fiber produced in close cooperation with Stämpfli Racing Boats AG. AEROLITE's autoclave hardens the 8.20m boat hull in one piece.
• Lufthansa Technik AGcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerDeveloped the AEROLITE Patient Transport Unit NG (PTU) in cooperation with Lufthansa Technik AG. The PTU was designed for installation in wide-body jets like Airbus A380 and Boeing B747-8 to transport critically ill patients back home from all over the world.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• Fokker Techniek: Provides aircraft completions, modifications and MRO under EASA Part 21 J/G; comparable in delivering special-mission VIP/EMS cabin completions to fixed-wing operators.
• Lufthansa Technik AG: Largest independent MRO and aircraft completion services provider globally, partnered with Aerolite on the wide-body PTU and competing in the broader VIP/special-mission completions segment.
• RUAG Aviation: Swiss-headquartered aerospace MRO and completion services group offering helicopter and fixed-wing upgrades — overlaps with Aerolite in EASA-certificated cabin completions and mission equipment.
• Jet Aviation: Global business jet completion, MRO and FBO operator with EASA DOA/POA capability — competes for special-mission and VIP completions and shares Aerolite's customer-overlap with high-end fixed-wing operators.
• Sabena technics: Independent European MRO and aircraft/special-mission completion group — comparable regulatory footprint and competes with Aerolite for European EMS and special-mission contracts.

Direct peers

• Spectrum Aeromed: Specializes in air ambulance interior equipment, medical kits and stretcher systems for helicopters and fixed-wing — direct overlap with Aerolite's mission equipment and aeromedical completion offerings across EMS operators.
• Air Ambulance Technology (AAT): Develops and manufactures aeromedical equipment and full cabin interiors (Stretcher Systems, Loading Systems, Patient Loading Systems) for rotary and fixed-wing EMS — competing head-to-head with Aerolite on H145/AW139/EC135 programs.
• Bucher Aerospace: Designs and certifies air ambulance, law enforcement and VIP cabin completions for helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft — competes with Aerolite in EASA DOA/POA completion and composite interior manufacturing.

Others

• Airbus Helicopters (cabin completion/STC operations): OEM that increasingly offers factory-aligned H145/H135 medical cabin STCs through partners — not strictly a peer as the supplier of the airframe but functions as an in-sourcing competitor to Aerolite's third-party completion programs.
• Recaro Aircraft Seating: Aircraft seating specialist adjacent to Aerolite's Courier Seat and medical seat products — supplied via EASA-certified aerospace seating programs and a benchmark for cabin seating in special-mission configurations.

Market position

Strengths4 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/aerolite

Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles13 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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